Rainforests

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Where are tropical rainforests found?
At the tropics
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What are the characteristics of the lower tree canopy?
Around 10-20 m where there are less substantial trees waiting to get as much light as they can
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What are the characteristics of the shrub layer?
0-10 m where it is limited to ferns and woody plants and dead animals and plants.
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What are the characteristics of the middle canopy?
20-35 m which is the most productive layer as most plants have large surface area to photosynthesis more
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What are the characteristics of the top canopy?
35-50 m, emergent trees that receive the most light
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Why should we protect the rainforests?
Biodiversity
Climate Change
Climate
Water
Medicine
Resources
People
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